Binary to Decimal Converter
128
64
32
16
8
4
2
1
Sum: 0
Binary to Decimal Converter: Quick Guide
What is Binary?
Binary is a number system that uses only two digits: 0 and 1. Each digit’s position represents a specific value (128, 64, 32, 16, 8, 4, 2, or 1), moving from left (highest value) to right (lowest value).
How Does the Converter Work?
This simple interactive tool allows you to convert an 8-digit binary number into its decimal (base-10) equivalent.
Step-by-step Instructions:
Binary is a number system that uses only two digits: 0 and 1. Each digit’s position represents a specific decimal value (128, 64, 32, 16, 8, 4, 2, or 1), moving from left (highest value) to right (lowest value).
How Does the Converter Work?
This interactive tool helps convert an 8-digit binary number into its decimal (base-10) equivalent.
Step-by-step Instructions:
- Understanding the Grid:
- Top row: Shows decimal values.
- Bottom row: Enter your binary number (only 0 or 1 allowed).
| 128 | 64 | 32 | 16 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
- Reading the Binary:
- 1 means you include the number above it.
- 0 means you ignore the number.
- Calculating the Example:
64 + 8 + 1 = 73- The decimal equivalent of the binary number 01001001 is 73.
- Reading the Result on Your Page:
- Your sum will update automatically as you enter binary digits.
- Selected numbers will be highlighted green.
- Resetting the Grid:
- Click the blue Reset button to clear all inputs and reset the sum to zero.
You can use this converter to easily practise and strengthen your binary-to-decimal conversion skills!